Becoming a DEEP Provider
Thank you for your interest in becoming certified to provide evaluation and treatment for DEEP referred clients. If you have any questions during this process, please feel free to contact our office at (207) 626-8600 and ask to speak with a member of the Case Management Team.
To apply, please complete the following steps:
Appeals
An individual who disagrees with either the results of his or her clinical substance abuse evaluation or the treatment required, has the right to appeal by seeking a Second Opinion evaluation with a DEEP-approved provider. In addition, should DEEP refuse to sign off on the completion of treatment documentation, the individual has the right to request that the DEEP Board of Appeals* review the case. Call DEEP at 207-626-8600 for more information.
Driver Education and Evaluation Programs (DEEP) Frequently Asked Questions
What is DEEP?
DEEP, or the Driver Education and Evaluation Programs of the Office of Behavioral Health, Department of Health and Human Services, administers the Impaired Driving Programs in the State of Maine. The goals of the program include providing effective, efficient and meaningful interventions for impaired drivers according to Maine Law so that public safety is maintained.
DEEP Risk Reduction Program Schedule
To register for a class, please contact the DEEP Office at (207) 626-8600 between 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm, Monday through Friday. In the event of bad weather that may prevent a class from running, please see the DEEP Weather Policy (PDF).
Driver Education and Evaluation Programs (DEEP)
DEEP is a legislatively mandated (5 MRSA c.521, Sub-c. V) operating-under-the-influence (OUI) countermeasure program. The goal of the programs is to reduce the incidences of injury, disability and fatality that result from alcohol and other drug related motor vehicle crashes, and to reduce the risk of re-offense for OUI. DEEP provides effective, efficient, and meaningful interventions such as education, treatment, and counseling services.
If you have been referred to DEEP:
Justice System Related Services
OBH provides a variety of support and evaluation services for individuals involved in the criminal justice system who have underlying behavioral health concerns and substance use disorders.
OBH also provides bridge services for those with behavioral health and SUD needs and who are formerly incarcerated or returning to their communities from prison or jail to access community programs and supports and successfully